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A Negotiation Tool for Spousal Maintenance

ALM Staff & Law Journal Newsletters

The temporary spousal maintenance law that became effective in New York State on Oct. 12, 2010, provides formulas for calculating temporary maintenance guidelines. But there is no one correct answer on how to determine the amount of final maintenance.

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Verdicts

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In-depth analysis of a recent key ruling.

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Med Mal News

ALM Staff & Law Journal Newsletters

Is there such a thing as "publishing malpractice"? A look at a recent court ruling.

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Drug & Device News

ALM Staff & Law Journal Newsletters

Analysis of two important news items.

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Matrimonial Planning and the 2012 Tax Act

Martin M. Shenkman

Part One of this article discussed the impact of exemptions and portability offered by the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 (ATRA). The conclusion herein discusses the impact of higher tax rates.

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Getting a 'Get'

Julia Swain

Many Jewish couples seek a Jewish divorce, known as a "get," in addition to a civil divorce.

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Attorney and Realtor Cooperation After a Client's Divorce

Stephen Ruben & Michelle Piscopo

Marital breakup is never pretty, but a knowledgeable matrimonial lawyer and a smart, reasonable real estate broker can smooth out the process.

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Economic Fault

David M. Rosoff

In New York, although the idea that marital "fault" in divorce should be weighed when distributing marital assets has, in general, gone by the wayside, there is one exception.

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Where Do I Turn Now for Jurisdiction?

Rebecca Palmer & Kristopher Kest

A look at the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA), a model law that has been adopted in 49 of the 50 states.

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Harness the Power of Active Listening

Kimberly Alford Rice

How do we manage to deliver extraordinary client service and superior work product? Here's how to actively listen.

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